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Metop Spacecraft Operations Engineer
2018-01-09 13:17:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
We are looking to further enhance our team by adding a Metop Spacecraft Operations Engineer You will be based initially for 2 years at our clients headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany. Extension of a further 2 years may be possible. In this large European Agency you will find an excellent and modern working environment with challenging tasks and responsibilities. Your Tasks Include The Key person shall work in the Operations and User Services Department as a member of the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team. The key person shall be assigned and trained to provide operations expertise and support to one or more platform subsystems and or payload instruments, depending on his or her experience and the overall team needs. The key person shall also participate in coordinating the satellite operations activities of other team members and external teams responsible for onboard software management, simulator support, mission control, mission planning, flight dynamics and ground stations. Furthermore, the key person shall support system and operations preparation activities for MetopC, for Metop Second Generation satellites and possibly also for Sentinel3 and Jason CS. The key person shall be required to support operations during normal working hours, as well as support the oncall operations engineer rota, such that safe and efficient operations are ensured by the Spacecraft Operations Team on a 247 basis. The tasks of the Key person will typically include Support to the routine operations of Metop A, B and preparing for MetopC, comprising Provision of operational expertise to one or more platform subsystems andor payload instruments Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures, including the update and operational validation of procedures releases in a configuration controlled environment Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition and possibly prototyping of additional analysis checks where necessary Investigations into satellite anomalies. This may require a close cooperation with the Operations Support Entity in ESTEC and Industry Participation in the satellite oncall support rota Identification and support to implementation of system and process improvements concerning the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team responsibilities and interfaces. Support to the system and operations preparation of Metop Second Generation satellites Provide inputs and or review the definition of system and satellite operational concepts Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals Support the definition of tools and processes required to prepare for and operate the satellites. Support to the system and operations preparation of other LEO satellites Provide operations preparation support as required to the Sentinel3 and Jason CS developments. Your Profile In addition to having a University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the Key person shall have a demonstrated experience in one or more of the following Spacecraft monitor and control operations Spacecraft operations preparation engineering Low Earth Orbit spacecraft design or Assembly Integration and Test activities at system or subsystem level. Furthermore, it would be a distinct advantage for the Key person to have experience with some of the following Inorbit operations of Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellites Experience in the operation or development of satellite ground segment facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities. Specification of system and operational concepts, facility requirements Familiarity with system change control and configuration management procedures. Data analysis software packages such as MATLAB. File parsing languages such as PERL, AWK. Use of VBA for development of adhoc tools in MS Office applications. The candidate should be selfmotivated and able to work in an organised and efficient manner with minimum supervision. Strong data analysis, processing and synthesis skills are essential and an ability to recognise opportunities for improvements in areas of work and implement appropriate solutions is highly desirable. The official languages are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the key person must be able to work effectively in this language and have a knowledge of the other. Good communication skills would be also an advantage. REFERENCE 2074792 LOCATION Darmstadt, Germany CONTACT recruitmoltek.com CLOSING DATE 18th February 2018 MOLTEK has been serving the space and aerospace industries since 1995, providing international consultancy services for a wide variety of clients from private and public corporations to national and international authorities and agencies. For more detailed information about MOLTEK go to www.moltek.com
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MetOp Programme Administrator
2017-07-31 17:13:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ESA in the domain of BMC Business Management, Controlling Administration. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The contractor will provide support to the MetOp Programme. The principle tasks and responsibilities will include General administrative support to the MetOp Second Generation MetOpSG Programme Coordination with and backup for the Administrative Assistant to the MetOpC and Sentinel5 Projects Processing of all incoming and outgoing documentation and correspondence, including use of Documentation Management Systems e.g. Eclipse for registration and distribution Support users for retrieval of documents from local DMS, DMSs from external partners andor industry, out of paper archives, other sources like ESTEC library, scanned documents on CDROM or via internet, etc. Maintenance of a consolidated action item list for the Programme and ensuring that actions are being discharged in coherence with the established procedures Support to the configuration management processes within the Programme Focal point for all documentation administrative tools e.g. DMS, RID system, action item database, etc. used in the Programme Close coordination with EUMETSAT administration team to ensure efficient and timely exchange of information Support to the preparation and conduct of internal and external audits on the Programme Preparation of minutes of internal management meetings, integrating various inputs Compilation of reports from inputs from various contributors for review and finalisation by the Programme Manager Organisation of the calendars for the MetOpSG team and the MetOp Programmes Manager Coordination and organisation of internal and external meetings and reviews, including room and resource booking Preparation of documentation and briefings for meetings, as appropriate Management of incoming telephone calls and information requests Preparation, coordination and organisation of the travel requirements and mission claims for the Programme team, ensuring optimum use of resources Administration of the leave records for the Programme team in the ESA SAP system Responsibility for the management and procurement of promotional items for the Programme, including for launch campaigns Timely ordering of office supplies. Specific qualification requirements University degree Bachelor from a recognised Institution of secondary studies or equivalent qualification in Business Administration or Communications as relevant, with relevant experience. Highly proficient in MS Office packages e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc. with experience of high level Project Administration tools for data documentation management and general administration e.g. SAP Excellent planning and organisation skills and attention to detail Good communication skills Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule Initiative and motivation to perform to high standards in a demanding environment Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world Knowledge of ESA administrative and financial processes is a definite advantage Experience with SAP is an advantage Fluent in the English language spoken and written. Knowledge of another European language is an asset. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line with ESA Job Class M2 Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Provide prior to 23 August 2017 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Candidate Proposal Form or CV and Motivation Letter to Mr. Davide Starnone, at email davide.starnoneaurora.nl quoting reference BMCEOP080. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before submitting them by 28 August 2017, 13.00 hours.
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Satellite Operations Engineer MetOp
2016-07-13 13:05:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Telespazio VEGA Deutschland has been supporting the European Space Industry for over 30 years, including ESA, DLR, EUMETSAT and CNES. This is an opportunity for an experienced LEO Satellite Operations Engineer to work in the space domain. The position is unlimited and based in Darmstadt, Germany on our customer site EUMETSAT. The submission deadline for applications is 15.08.2016. The position will start October 2016. ResponsibilitiesDuties The tasks of the Key person will typically include Support to the routine operations of Metop A, B Provision of operational expertise to platform subsystems andor payload instruments andor onboard software management, satellite simulator and ground segment operations interfaces Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures, including the update and operational validation of procedures releases in a configuration controlled environment Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition of additional automated analysis and checks where necessary Investigations into satellite anomalies. This may require a close cooperation with the Operations Support Entity in ESA and Industry Support the coordination of partner agency interactions for relevant subsystemsinstruments Participation in the satellite oncall support rota Identification and support to implementation of system and process improvements concerning the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team responsibilities and interfaces. Support the definition and eventual execution of MetopA inorbit technology testing and endoflife operations. Support to the operations preparation and early operations of MetopC Update, verify and validate the subsystem or instrument procedures and associated operational documentation for MetopC, including support to Satellite System Validation Tests and other Ground Segment Validation Testing. Participate in MetopC Satellite InOrbit Verification Testing. Support to the system and operations preparation of Metop Second Generation satellites Provide inputs and or review the definition of system and satellite operational concepts Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals Support the definition of tools and processes required to prepare for and operate the satellites. Support to the system and operations preparation of other LEO satellites JasonCS Sentinel6 as required. QualificationsExperience Satellite operations engineer with experience in LEO satellites. Essential Skills Fluency in English demonstrated experience in at least two of the following skills Spacecraft monitor and control operations Spacecraft operations preparation engineering Low Earth Orbit spacecraft design or Assembly Integration and Test activities at system or subsystem level Desirable Skills IN orbit operations of Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellites Experience in the operation or development of satellite ground segment facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities The procedure development tool MOIS and the procedure execution language STOL The mission control systems EPOCH or SCOS Specification of system and operational concepts, facility requirements Familiarity with OnBoard Control Procedure and OnBoard Position Scheduler concepts Familiarity with the ECSS Packet Utilisation Standard, customisation and usage Familiarity with system change control and configuration management procedures Software programming skills in particular Python Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities and Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. Application You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.
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Metop Launch Service Procurement Manager
2016-07-12 17:06:45| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
An exciting opportunity has just arisen to join Europes Meteorological Satellite Agency, playing a key part in managing the procurement of the launch services. This a challenging and rewarding role with 13 launches currently planned before 2040. The successful candidate shall participate in all aspects of the procurement process request for quotation, evaluation of bids and the final selection process. Along with a university degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject, the key candidate shall require skillsexperience in each of the following areas Extensive experience relevant to launch services technology Practical experience of the procurement, preparation and execution of satellite launch campaigns A deep knowledge of the launcher market A thorough knowledge of other related aspects, such as acoustics, vibration or flight dynamics, along with practical experience in the implementation of management processes including Quality Assurance processes and tools would be considered advantageous. Applicants require excellent interpersonal and communication skills combined with a strong team leader and team player work ethic. All applicants must be EUMETSAT member state national with a good working knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written. For more information or to apply please visit httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int, job ref VN 1623.
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Satellite Operations Engineer for EPS MetOp
2016-02-08 19:07:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
This is a great opportunity for an Engineer with experience in routine operations or operations preparation of Low Earth Orbit LEO satellites The position is placed on customer side in EUMETSATDarmstadt and will start in March 2016. Application closing deadline is 1st of March 2016. RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES The tasks of the Key person will typically include Provision of operational expertise to one or more EPS MetOp platform subsystems andor payload instruments Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures, including the update and operational validation of procedures releases in a configuration controlled environment Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition and possibly prototyping of additional analysis checks where necessary Investigations into satellite anomalies. This may require a close cooperation with the Operations Support Entity in ESTEC and Industry Participation in the satellite oncall support rota Identification and support to implementation of system and process improvements concerning the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team responsibilities and interfaces. Support to the system and operations preparation of other LEO satellites QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE Engineer with experience in routine operations or operations preparation of Low Earth Orbit LEO satellites ESSENTIAL SKILLS Fluency in English Inorbit operations of Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellites DESIRABLE SKILLS Experience in the operation or development of satellite flight operations facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities BENEFITS Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities and Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. APPLICATION You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.
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